Laser Gum Therapy Specialist
-
- Tweet
Hillsdale Dental Care
Family Dentists & Cosmetic Dentists located in San Jose, CA
Gum disease is one of the most prevalent dental concerns in the United States. For some people, the condition is so far advanced that they need a treatment that goes deeper than a professional clean. This is why experienced dentists Roge Jacob, DDS, and Magdalena Azzarelli, DDS, provide laser gum therapy at Hillsdale Dental Care in San Jose, California. Protect your gums before it’s too late. Make an appointment today over the phone or by booking online.
Laser Gum Therapy Q&A
What is laser gum therapy?
Just over 40% of adults in the United States have periodontitis, also known as gum disease. Hillsdale Dental Care offers several gum disease treatments, and the team recommends care plans based on what’s causing the condition and its severity.
One of the leading causes of gum disease is plaque. If plaque’s a problem for you, the team may suggest laser gum therapy as the most effective way to eliminate it. It also kills infected tissue and bacteria.
Laser gum therapy typically takes two to three hours, and you may need two sessions, depending on the severity of your periodontitis. If you’re keen to learn more, reach out to Hillsdale Dental Care for more information.
What are the benefits of laser gum therapy?
Many dentists prefer laser gum therapy to other, more invasive, periodontal treatments because it offers the following benefits:
- Faster recovery time
- Less bleeding
- Reduces the need for further treatment
- No need for general anesthetic
- Precise and accurate
- Less risk of infection
- Less invasive
The team at Hillsdale Dental Care uses laser gum therapy to provide individualized treatment options.
Why do dentists use lasers for gum disease treatment?
Dentists use lasers to treat periodontal diseases in several ways. One of the most common is to remove inflamed or infected gum tissue from around the affected tooth’s root, allowing your dentist to have clear access to begin root scaling.
Another popular use of laser gum therapy is to turn sticky plaque brittle, making it easier to remove during the scaling process.
The team at Hillsdale Dental Care may also use laser energy to seal the tissues against the tooth root and to stimulate stem cells to promote healing faster.
What is the healing process for laser gum therapy?
After laser gum therapy, your provider at Hillsdale Dental Care recommends avoiding brushing or flossing the surgical area the first ten days after treatment — although you can continue to carefully brush the rest of your mouth area.
And, if you’re a smoker, avoid it because smoking affects healing time. Your provider also offers advice on the most appropriate foods and drinks to consume.
Taking care of yourself after laser gum therapy contributes to a smooth, swift recovery. When you partner with the team at Hillsdale Dental Care, you’re in the best hands. Call the practice today to schedule an appointment, or book through this website.
